1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1996 Audi RS2
To start off, both 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 and 1996 Audi RS2 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Audi RS2. (311 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi RS2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1996 Audi RS2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
Model | 155 | RS2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2226 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1595 kg |